Svjatoslav Richter - Rachmaninoff: Klavierkonzert, Piano-Concerto (1960) Vinyl

Catalog Number: 138-076-SLPM

Record Grading: Near Mint (NM or M-), Sleeve Grading: Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

HYPE-STICKER on front. Import from Germany. Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is poly-lined paper. Spine is unbroken, clean and easy-to-read. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners; both edges mostly unglued. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• 2. Konzert Für Klavier Und Orchester C-Moll Op. 18
• Satz: Moderato
• Satz: Adagio Sostenuto
• Satz: Allegro Scherzando
• 6 Préludes
• Nr. 12 C-dur Op. 32 Nr. 1
• Nr. 13 B-moll Op. 32 Nr. 2
• Nr. 3 B-dur Op. 23 Nr. 2
• Nr. 5 D-dur Op. 23 Nr. 4
• Nr. 6 G-moll Op. 23 Nr. 5
• Nr. 8 C-moll Op. 23 Nr. 7

About The Record:

Rachmaninoff: Klavierkonzert, Piano-Concerto, 6 Preludes, by Svjatoslav Richter, showcases the legendary pianist’s profound interpretation of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s works, including the Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor and six selected preludes. Recorded in 1960 with the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Stanislaw Wislocki, the album captures Richter’s technical brilliance and emotional depth, cementing his reputation as one of the 20th century’s greatest pianists. Historically significant for its Cold War-era context, the recording reflects a rare collaboration between Soviet and Polish artists, symbolizing cultural exchange during a tense period. The album itself did not produce hit singles, as classical music typically does not release singles in the pop sense, but the Piano Concerto No. 2 remains one of Rachmaninoff’s most celebrated works, frequently performed and recognized in popular culture. Richter’s rendition is particularly noted for its intensity and is considered a benchmark in classical music recordings.